2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler LHS weights approximately 609 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | LHS | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
